Episode 8 sees Arnold explore the concept of sexual consent. In this episode, he explores how gender inequality has excused men from understanding consent. He exposes the gaps in men and women's understanding of consent, challenging society, especially men, to better hold each other accountable. He also shares an experience that reshaped his understanding of consent by giving him a glimpse into the daily experiences of many women.Interested in learning more about Grain Media? Check us out all social platforms @watchgrain. Also find us on Clubhouse @watchgrain_

Episode 8 sees Arnold explore the concept of sexual consent. In this episode, he explores how gender inequality has excused men from understanding consent. He exposes the gaps in men and women's understanding of consent, challenging society, especially men, to better hold each other accountable. He also shares an experience that reshaped his understanding of consent by giving him a glimpse into the daily experiences of many women. Interested in learning more about Grain Media? Check us out all social platforms @watchgrain. Also find us on Clubhouse @watchgrain_

S2, E8 - Why We Need To Better Understand Consent

In episode 7 of The Against The Grain: Podcast, Arnold explore the tough life lessons he learned in 2020. Without a doubt, 2020 was a tumultuous year to say the least. Through this year, we experienced loss, pain &amp; disappointment at a bare minimum. Arnold takes time to explore the key lessons 2020 wanted all of us to learn. The hope is we can take these lessons into 2021 in efforts to have a more enlightened and unified new year.Interested in learning more about Grain Media? Check us out all social platforms @watchgrain

In episode 7 of The Against The Grain: Podcast, Arnold explore the tough life lessons he learned in 2020. Without a doubt, 2020 was a tumultuous year to say the least. Through this year, we experienced loss, pain &amp; disappointment at a bare minimum. Arnold takes time to explore the key lessons 2020 wanted all of us to learn. The hope is we can take these lessons into 2021 in efforts to have a more enlightened and unified new year. Interested in learning more about Grain Media? Check us out all social platforms @watchgrain

S2, E7 – 5 Tough Life Lessons From 2020 We All Need To Learn

In episode 6, Arnold asks the age-old question that keeps many single people up at night: "What if I never meet "the one"? This being a very valid question, Arnold offers insight from his own personal experience on how to handle the loneliness that comes with waiting for your life partner. He offers a very practical perspective on what being single means, how to find your peace and ultimately position yourself to be the most attractive to your potential future partner.Interested in learning more about Grain Media? Check us out all social platforms @watchgrain

In episode 6, Arnold asks the age-old question that keeps many single people up at night: "What if I never meet "the one"? This being a very valid question, Arnold offers insight from his own personal experience on how to handle the loneliness that comes with waiting for your life partner. He offers a very practical perspective on what being single means, how to find your peace and ultimately position yourself to be the most attractive to your potential future partner. Interested in learning more about Grain Media? Check us out all social platforms @watchgrain

S2, E6 – What If I Never Meet The One?

After some inspiring conversation with a close friend, Arnold chose to break down the fundamentals of what defines the modern high value woman. Arnold explore qualities in career, ambition, sex appeal and femininity in order to define 5 key traits that are associated with highly valuable, highly desirable womenInterested in learning more about Grain Media? Check us out all social platforms @watchgrain

After some inspiring conversation with a close friend, Arnold chose to break down the fundamentals of what defines the modern high value woman. Arnold explore qualities in career, ambition, sex appeal and femininity in order to define 5 key traits that are associated with highly valuable, highly desirable women Interested in learning more about Grain Media? Check us out all social platforms @watchgrain

S2, E5 - How To Be A High Value Woman

In episode 4 of the Against The Grain: Podcast, Arnold explore the dire need for the image of the modern man to be reshaped. He dives into what defines modern manhood, the synergy between masculine and feminine energy, and how sexual desire drives the marriage between masculine and feminine energy. This episode will be the first of many episode design to encourage more men to explore intentional, wholesome and purposeful masculinity.Interested in learning more about Grain Media? Check us out all social platforms @watchgrain

In episode 4 of the Against The Grain: Podcast, Arnold explore the dire need for the image of the modern man to be reshaped. He dives into what defines modern manhood, the synergy between masculine and feminine energy, and how sexual desire drives the marriage between masculine and feminine energy. This episode will be the first of many episode design to encourage more men to explore intentional, wholesome and purposeful masculinity. Interested in learning more about Grain Media? Check us out all social platforms @watchgrain

S2, E4 - Understanding Masculinity & Sexual Desire

In episode 3 of the Against the Grain Podcast, Arnold explores death and the lessons it is intended to teach us. After losing a friend earlier in 2020, Arnold learned that death is intended remind us of the preciousness of life. This episode is intended to encourage listeners to live purposely and strive for depth and intentionality in life.

S2, E3 – Dealing With Death

Inspired by the recent stories and experiences of close friends, Arnold explores how to find true happiness while you search for your future romantic partner. In episode two of the Against The Grain: Podcast, he challenges people to pursue a life that's important to them instead of pursuing people. True happiness, and the people who will elevate your growth are on the other side of a purposeful pursuit of life, not a pursuit of love

Inspired by the recent stories and experiences of close friends, Arnold explores how to find true happiness while you search for your future romantic partner. In episode two of the Against The Grain: Podcast, he challenges people to pursue a life that's important to them instead of pursuing people. True happiness, and the people who will elevate your growth are on the other side of a purposeful pursuit of life, not a pursuit of love

S2, E2 - How To Be Happily Single Until You Date Again

In this brand new season of "The Against The Grain: Podcast", Arnold kicks the season off by exploring vengeance, forgiveness and why the pursuit of revenge isn't ours to service.Be sure to share, review and subscribe to the podcast for more of season 2 of this bespoke podcast

In this brand new season of "The Against The Grain: Podcast", Arnold kicks the season off by exploring vengeance, forgiveness and why the pursuit of revenge isn't ours to service. Be sure to share, review and subscribe to the podcast for more of season 2 of this bespoke podcast

S2 E1 - Revenge Is Not Yours To Serve

In this episode of "Ask A Man", I take a deep dive into the makings of a healthy disagreement/fight in a relationship. I'll examine what unhealthy fighting can do to a relationship and I'll offer tips on how to fight in a constructive and healthy manner that preserves the sanctity of the relationship.

Q3: The Healthy Way To Fight In A Relationship

In the first episode of 2020 of "Ask A Man", I dig into the concept of why some men find it harder to commit to a relationship, and what this means for women. I break down the the critical steps women should take in order to not only navigate this issue, but also emotionally protect themselves.

Q2: Why Some Men Won't Commit

Ever wanted an unfiltered and honest male perspective on life &amp; love? Against The Grain is a bespoke podcast offering an unbiased &amp; transparent male perspective on life, love and revelation. This podcast amalgamates Arnold's personal experiences &amp; life teachings into short and concise monologue-style performances. Hosted by @arnoldfrancis_ for @watchgrain

The first question in the "Ask A Man" mini-series comes all the way from Mombasa, Kenya from a listener by the name of Nadia. She wanted to know why some men find independent, strong and successful women intimidating, and what can be done to still connect with men if you, as a woman, have obtained a great deal of success.If you have a question you'd like answered, submit it either publicly or anonymously via instagram DM @watchgrain or email us at watchgrain@gmail.com

The first question in the "Ask A Man" mini-series comes all the way from Mombasa, Kenya from a listener by the name of Nadia. She wanted to know why some men find independent, strong and successful women intimidating, and what can be done to still connect with men if you, as a woman, have obtained a great deal of success. If you have a question you'd like answered, submit it either publicly or anonymously via instagram DM @watchgrain or email us at watchgrain@gmail.com

Q1: Why Do Some Men Find Successful Women Intimidating?

Ever wanted an honest, new perspective on love, life, sex and more? Arnold endeavours to offer a listening ear and unique insight into your burning questions. Everything from love &amp; sex, to the lessons of marriage &amp; divorce, Arnold aims to offer clarity and transparency to his listener's questions. Submit your question via instagram DM @watchgrain or email us at watchgrain@gmail.com

Ever wanted an honest, new perspective on love, life, sex and more? Arnold endeavours to offer a listening ear and unique insight into your burning questions. Everything from love &amp; sex, to the lessons of marriage &amp; divorce, Arnold aims to offer clarity and transparency to his listener's questions. Submit your question via instagram DM @watchgrain or email us at watchgrain@gmail.com

Ask A Man Mini Series: Submit Your Questions Now!

Such an amazing platform. It can be very difficult for some men to show this level of vulnerability, and honesty. Often, these are truths that many of us just don’t want to face, or know how to communicate. But you deliver the message so effectively. Well done.

Amazing

A very progressive and refreshing approach to dating, love and life. The content encourages introspection— one the most essential components of self-love. Combining humor, honesty, and knowledge to support us in doing better by ourselves and others.

Remarkable!

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